One of the things that struck me about the recent anti-immigration riots in the United Kingdom has been the speed with which those involved in crimes have been arrested, brought before a court, and sentenced to terms of imprisonment.
And they are now sitting in jail cells.
It has had a remarkably chilling effect on further planned riots in the UK.
This stands in stark contrast to the long period of time in Ireland before an accused person is actually arrested, charged, tried, and convicted, if guilty, is jailed.
It has been a tremendously powerful tool in the quelling of further anti-immigrant riots by thugs and criminals.
Presumably the convicted persons can appeal their sentence if they believe they were unfairly convicted or have had an excessive prison sentence imposed.
Meanwhile they are cooling their heels in jail cells.